It appears that Pikmin 4 will be just the second major Nintendo game to use Unreal Engine.

The Nintendo Switch sequel is set to be released on July 21, and download cards for the game have already been spotted in Japan.

As noted by Twitter user Genki_JPN, the cards not only show images of new features, including a 2-player mode and a section seemingly set indoors, but they also have the Unreal Engine logo on them.

To date, the only other major first-party Nintendo game officially confirmed to use Unreal Engine has been Yoshi’s Crafted World, which was developed by Good-Feel (previously responsible for Yoshi’s Woolly World and Kirby’s Epic Yarn).

Nintendo has said that more information about Pikmin 4 will be revealed during the next Nintendo Direct, which is set to take place on June 21 at 7am PT / 10am ET / 3pm BST.

Also confirmed to be made in Unreal Engine!
Here is the front and the DL card inside. pic.twitter.com/WAQY6LoHol

— Genki✨ (@Genki_JPN) June 20, 2023

The latest information on Pikmin 4 was given earlier this month, in a new trailer revealing that the game has a character creation system.

Nintendo previously said of the sequel: “Meet Pikmin – the small, plant-like creatures you can grow, pluck, command and also overpower your enemies with during your grand mission on a strange planet.

“These curious helpers come in different types – fire is no sweat for Red Pikmin, and the new Ice Pikmin can freeze enemies and the environment. Use your Pikmin’s miniature might (and some strategic thinking) as you explore.

“You get a Space Dog, too: Oatchi can help with things like smashing obstacles and carrying Pikmin throughout your adventure. With the miniscule Pikmin and a capable canine in tow, no challenge is too big or small.”

Posted: Jun 23, 2023 11:47 pm
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